January 28 - February 3

Bankers in the News

​Alec Foster, Flatwater Bank | Gothenburg, was elected as the president of the Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce. He is a technology specialist at the bank.
 
Julie Schmale, Citizens State Bank | Plattsmouth, was elected to the Midlands Community Foundation board of directors. She is a senior vice president and market president at the bank.

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Banks in the News

American National Bank | Humboldt, donated $2,500 to the East Lake Water Fountain Project to help with updating and improving the area around the local park. Bank Executive Co-Chairman/CEO John Kotouc also donated $2,500 toward the project.
 
First State Bank Nebraska | Lincoln, opened a new branch at 2249 1st Avenue in Plattsmouth. A grand opening celebration is planned for April 8.
 
FNBO | Lincoln, and other local businesses helped sponsor a performance by Wendy Bantam on Jan. 30, as well as her week as an artist in residence at local elementary schools.

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Bankers on the Move

Recent Hires:

• Drake Suddarth, HSB Stapleton | Stapleton, credit analyst and business development

 
Promotions:

• Caroline Melson, Union Bank & Trust | Lincoln, commercial lender - officer

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Retirements

Mickie Florea, HSB Stapleton | Stapleton, retired on Jan. 23 after nearly 20 years with the bank.